How to get from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand by bus and train?

From Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand by bus and train

To get from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RE11 train from Skien Stasjon station to Larvik Stasjon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 81 bus and finally take the VY190 bus from Farriseidet station to Kristiansand Rutebilstasjon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Skien Stasjon may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kristiansand on the Moovit app.

254min
Train - RE11RE11
Bus - 8181
Bus - VY190VY190
Walk to Kristiansand
Leaves from Skien Stasjon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Skien Stasjon
  • 2
    Train - RE11RE11
    Wait for train
    RE11
    Eidsvoll
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Larvik Stasjon
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Larvik Stasjon
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Larvik-Nevlunghavn
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Granveien
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Farriseidet
    160 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - VY190VY190
    Wait for bus
    VY190
    Bergen (Ostereidet)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kristiansand Rutebilstasjon
    144 min
  • 10
    Walk to Kristiansand
    Walk to
    Kristiansand
    550 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand

The distance between Skien Stasjon and Kristiansand is approximately 235.49 km, which can typically be travelled in 254 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kristiansand – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand

To check the bus and train schedule from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Skien Stasjon) and destination (Kristiansand), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand?

    The fastest way takes 254 minutes, using Train line RE11, Bus line 81, Bus line VY190.

  • Is there a direct train between Skien Stasjon and Kristiansand?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand?

    The RE11 train line goes from Larvik Stasjon station near Skien Stasjon in Skien to Larvik Stasjon station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Larvik Stasjon station near Kristiansand.

  • How long does it take to travel from Skien Stasjon to Kristiansand by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Skien Stasjon and Kristiansand by train and bus is about 4 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Skien Stasjon to get to Kristiansand?

    Get on the RE11 train from the Larvik Stasjon station near Skien Stasjon in Skien.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Skien Stasjon and Kristiansand?

    Get off the train at the Larvik Stasjon stop, which is closest to Kristiansand.

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